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Apply nowDB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB ECO group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future. We represent 180 years of rail experience, and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.
We are seeking a Social Risk Management Expert as part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Branch Office. The job opening is located in Cairo, Egypt, and offers the opportunity to lead a team and use your proven team management and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating social risks that may impact the project, operations, reputation and stakeholder relationships.
- Deep understanding of social dynamics, cultural contexts, and emerging trends that may pose challenges to the organization.
- Collaboration with various departments to develop strategies and implement measures to manage and mitigate social risk effectively.
- Knowledge in development and implementation of social risk management policies and guidelines aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Supervision of the implementation of the approved Environmental, Social and Health and Safety Management Plans
- Develop and implement crisis response plans to address social issues and mitigate reputational damage.
- Undertake audits, supervisions and/or inspections of any sites where the Contractor is undertaking activities under its contract, to verify the Contractor’s compliance with ES requirements.
- Investigation of root causes of accidents/ incidents and oversee implementation of Corrective action plans, implementation of associated corrective measures and action plans.
- Prepare regular reports for senior management, highlighting key social risk indicators, mitigation measures and progress.
- Meeting regularly with the Project team to provide project updates/progress and share and identify potential issues related to community relations, stakeholder engagement, human rights and cultural sensitivities.
- Assisting in the preparation of progress reports and typing deliverables in English
- Attending project meetings / workshops for technical input and follow up environmental risk management related matters.
- Strong background in coordination of activities of Contractor and Client.
Qualifications:
- M.Sc. or B.Sc. degree in Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Business Ethics, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in social risk management, stakeholder engagement or corporate social responsibility in transport projects.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in similar working position.
- Knowledge in development and implementation of social risk management policies and guidelines of IFI’s aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex social dynamics.
- Familiarity with relevant social risk regulations and standards.
- Experience in Crisis management is a plus.
- Previous experience with comparable projects in the Middle East region would be advantage.
- Full computer literacy.
- Excellent knowledge of English Language; Arabic language is an advantage.
- Driving license required in order to perform assigned duties.
Job Specific Skills:
- Planning and organizing skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Customer service orientation.
- Analytical and reporting skills.
- Attention to details.
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We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.
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We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.
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To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.
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International career opportunities
We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.
Intercultural teams
With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.
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